Local Family Rescues Wildlife From Traffic In Akumal

Earlier this week, a local family helped rescue a boa constrictor crossing the main road in Akumal. Their thoughtful action reminds us that we share this area not just with neighbors and visitors but also with local wildlife that often moves across the roads.

Please drive slowly and stay alert, especially near residential areas and jungle corridors. Boas, turtles, coatis, iguanas, and even deer are often seen crossing roads — especially at dawn or dusk.

Driving with care helps protect:

• Local families and pedestrians
• Tourists walking or biking to beaches and cenotes
• Native animals navigating their natural habitat

If you see an animal crossing, wait patiently or help guide it across safely only if you can do so without putting yourself or others at risk. Avoid honking or swerving, and report injured animals to local rescue services.

Akumal’s natural beauty includes its wildlife. Let’s all do our part to keep the roads safe for everyone who calls this place home.